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Monthly Archives: August 2019
IT’S GEEK TO ME: Wi-Fi interference can come from multiple sources
Posted on August 30, 2019 — Jeff Werner Daily News ColumnistQ: I read your column every week and love it. You said recently you will address things outside of PC issues. I have one for TVs connected to the internet.We have two TVs (Element E2SW5018 and Vizio E400i-B2) and two … (Read More)
Hurricane Dorian: Hundreds of thousands of Florida homes at risk of storm surge, analyst says
Posted on August 30, 2019 — The News HeraldAs Hurricane Dorian intensifies and threatens Florida, hundreds of thousands of homes worth billions of dollars are at risk of storm surge.That’s according to an analysis by property information company CoreLogic (NYSE: CLGX), which tallied up […]
DAVE SAYS: Let your son learn from his mistakes
Posted on August 30, 2019 — Dave Ramsey Syndicated columnistDear Dave: Our son is 27, and he has a good job making $55,000 a year. Recently, we learned he financed an expensive car he’s now upside down on. In addition, he has accumulated over $15,000 in credit card debt. … (Read More)
Man sues Popeyes for running out of chicken sandwiches
Posted on August 30, 2019 — Katey Psencik GateHouse MediaPopeyes announced this week that the chain has run out of inventory for its viral chicken sandwiches, and one man isn’t having it.According to the Times Free Press, a Tennessee man is suing the […]
Indoor family entertainment center planned for Pier Park
Posted on August 30, 2019 — Heather OsbournePanama City Beach may soon have a new indoor family entertainment center similar to a Dave and Buster’s.
The Inlet Beach pedestrian underpass might be right around the corner
Posted on August 30, 2019 — By Nathan Cobb GateHouse Media FloridaState and Walton County officials are steadily working to have a pedestrian underpass installed in Inlet Beach at the intersection of U.S. Highway 98 and County Road 30A.
Skip Friday night takeout with this 30-minute recipe for ginger beef noodles
Posted on August 30, 2019 — Addie Broyles Austin American-StatesmanThere’s no shortage of quick, simple and similar-to-takeout dishes you could make at home.How to make a rainbow-colored grilled cheese sandwich (glitter optional)With this ginger beef with rice noodles recipe from the latest issue of […]
Retailer Forever 21 reportedly heading for bankruptcy
Posted on August 29, 2019 — By Gary Dinges [email protected]Retailer Forever 21 is reportedly preparing to file for bankruptcy, according to published reports.Bloomberg says a turnaround plan for the chain, which sells trendy yet affordable clothes for both men and women, has been unsuccessful and talks to obtain additional … (Read More)
PLAY LIFE, LIVE GAMES: Switch deserves better support from EA
Posted on August 29, 2019 — DUSTY RICKETTSDuring a recent earnings call with investors, EA CEO Andrew Wilson discussed his company’s lack of support for Nintendo’s hybrid console ,and it doesn’t sound like that’s a business model it intends to change.
Pepsi Gulf Coast Jam pumped for ‘Country on the Coast’
Posted on August 29, 2019 — JAN WADDYTim McGraw, Jason Aldean, Kid Rock coming to Panama City Beach on Labor Day Weekend
EMPLOYMENT HIGHLIGHT
Posted on August 29, 2019 — The News HeraldYour future employee is a quiet and pleasant individual who brings a morale boost to everyone in his work environment. He loves to clean and has extensive experience as a cleaning technician. He enjoys work that is repetitious and will … (Read More)
Labor Day 2019: Food deals and freebies
Posted on August 29, 2019 — Katey Psencik GateHouse MediaAnother three-day weekend is on the horizon, celebrating the unofficial end of summer over Labor Day weekend.Planning on going out to eat to celebrate?Labor Day 2019: What’s open, what’s closedHere are some of the best food deals, coupons and freebies … (Read More)
Gabby Barrett built with nerves of steel
Posted on August 29, 2019 — JAN WADDY‘American Idol’ Season 16 contestant plays Pepsi Gulf Coast Jam
How to make perfect hot dogs this weekend
Posted on August 29, 2019 — Addie Broyles Austin American-StatesmanIf you’re grilling this weekend, keep an open mind about hot dogs.When I grill for friends and family, the hot dogs are usually for the kids. But as the folks at Weber know, you can buy high-quality hot dogs and … (Read More)
Craving seafood? Try these wok-roasted mussels with lemongrass, cilantro and garlic toast
Posted on August 29, 2019 — Addie Broyles Austin American-StatesmanIt turns out that vegetables aren’t the only thing you can dry-fry. This recipe for dry-fried (or wok-roasted) mussels comes from the Boston restaurant Myers+Chang, which published a cookbook earlier this year.In their eponymous book, ” […]
Ground broken for Pier Park hotel in Panama City Beach
Posted on August 28, 2019 — Ed OffleyThe St. Joe Company and a prominent Miami developer broke ground on Wednesday on a new resort hotel next to Pier Park in Panama City Beach.
John Rich keepin’ it real in Redneck Riviera at Gulf Coast Jam
Posted on August 28, 2019 — JAN WADDYPANAMA CITY BEACH — When you can’t afford the French Riviera, you go to the Redneck Riviera.”It’s beautiful; the people are cool, and the music is awesome, and I’d argue the beaches here are better than the French Riviera,” said … (Read More)
The bright (and not-so-bright) side of making Jell-O cookies
Posted on August 28, 2019 — Addie Broyles Austin American-StatesmanJell-O and cookies are two super kid-friendly desserts, but what happens when you combine them?A few weeks ago, a reader emailed me about Jell-O cookies that she’d seen in an Arizona newspaper and thought me and my boys might like … (Read More)
Popeyes is completely sold out of chicken sandwiches
Posted on August 28, 2019 — Katey Psencik GateHouse MediaIf you (like some of us, I won’t name names . . . OK, it was me) spent most of last week driving around to various Popeyes locations in an effort to try the massively viral chicken sandwich, you might … (Read More)
RECIPE: Fresh corn adds a summer spin to this (Instant Pot-friendly) clam chowder
Posted on August 28, 2019 — Addie Broyles Austin American-StatesmanYou might not be the kind of person who eats chowder in the summer, but I am the kind of person who eats chowder in the summer, especially when there’s fresh corn on the cob involved.This recipe came from the booklet that … (Read More)
Panama City to get $5 million FEMA loan for Hurricane Michael recovery
Posted on August 27, 2019 — Patrick McCrelessThe Panama City Commission has authorized the mayor to sign the final documents to get a $5 million loan from the Federal Emergency Management Agency to help offset costs and tax losses associated with Hurricane Michael.
The Cadillac Three has ‘All the Makin’s of a Saturday Night’
Posted on August 27, 2019 — JAN WADDYBand performs Saturday in Panama City Beach during Gulf Coast Jam
How to make a perfect summer salad with quinoa, avocado, tomatoes and cucumbers
Posted on August 27, 2019 — Addie Broyles Austin American-StatesmanI’m not one of those cooks who doesn’t bake or roast anything from June to September, but I do tend to avoid dishes that require the dry heat of an oven. It’s searing enough outside.When I want to remember the … (Read More)
KFC is testing meatless fried ‘chicken’ in one of its restaurants
Posted on August 27, 2019 — Katey Psencik GateHouse MediaKentucky Fried . . . meatless Chicken?The restaurant chain is testing vegan fried “chicken” in one of its Atlanta locations. The plant-based chicken, made by Beyond Meat, will be available as nuggets with KFC sauce or boneless wings tossed in … (Read More)
Got fresh fish? A guide to making ceviche, aguachile at home
Posted on August 27, 2019 — Addie Broyles Austin American-StatesmanThere’s no better time to try making ceviche at home than when it’s the dead of summer, that lovely season when it’s too hot and dry to grill.In an attempt to escape the Texas heat, I headed to Playa del … (Read More)
Lockheed pays over $300K in back wages, damages to Crestview employees
Posted on August 27, 2019 — special to GateHouse Media FloridaCRESTVIEW — After an investigation by the U.S. Department of Labor’s Wage and Hour Division (WHD), Lockheed Martin Corp. has paid $327,271 in back wages and liquidated damages to 20 employees at a Crestview work site.WHD investigators determined the company erroneously … (Read More)
Blue Bell releases new Salted Caramel Cookie and Happy Tracks flavors
Posted on August 27, 2019 — Johanna Gretschel Austin American-StatesmanBlue Bell has released two new ice cream flavors, Salted Caramel Cookie and Happy Tracks, just in time for Labor Day. Both flavors are available now in stores.Salted Caramel Cookie is a brand-new flavor featuring vanilla creme-filled cookies and a … (Read More)
Florida farmers work together to change the narrative about climate change and agriculture
Posted on August 26, 2019 — Kaylin Parker“We don’t talk about who’s causing anything,” Griner, a timber and cattle producer, said. “We just talk about how to respond, how to adapt so we can remain a viable operation. Agriculture is so important to the state of Florida.”
Starbucks is debuting its first new pumpkin drink in 16 years
Posted on August 26, 2019 — Katey Psencik GateHouse MediaMove over, PSL.Starbucks has announced a new pumpkin drink coming to its menu this fall (and by fall, we mean the end of August). The Pumpkin Cream Cold Brew will make its debut on Aug. 27, alongside the beloved Pumpkin Spice … (Read More)